2004 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Infiniti M
To start off, 2008 Infiniti M is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti M weights approximately 680 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Infiniti M (456 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2008 Infiniti M | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | Civic | M |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 4493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 456 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |